ACCELERATE INNOVATION AND

ENTREPRENEURIAL THINKING

Discover Opportunities to Drive Your Business Forward

Enhance your growth, improve competitiveness, and strengthen resilience with fully subsidised expert guidance and practical resources. Simplify complex processes and make informed decisions with our free support.

Upcoming Events

ARE THESE YOUR CHALLENGES?

  • “How do I scale my business efficiently?”
  • “How can we stay competitive in a rapidly changing market?”
  • “Where should I begin with innovation?”
  • “Navigating funding and support systems feels complex and time-consuming.”
 

These are common concerns for SME leaders, and our events are designed to address them. We provide practical, impactful solutions tailored to your business needs.

TURN INSIGHT INTO ACTION

Pathway to Innovate events provide more than just information—they offer the tools and connections you need to position your business for long-term success.

Key benefits of attending:

  • Actionable Expertise: Learn strategies to grow, compete, and strengthen your business from experienced industry professionals.
  • Tailored Advice: Participate in Innovation Clinics to address your specific challenges and identify the right support options.
  • Peer Networking: Build relationships with other SME leaders to share insights and create valuable partnerships.
  • Clear Roadmap: Gain a straightforward plan for accessing funding, training, and specialised expertise.
Upcoming Dates

FIND A PATHWAY TO
INNOVATE CLINIC
NEAR YOU

Join business experts for a fully funded, one-day workshop to identify real-world supports and practical insights that will assist you to grow your business and achieve measurable results.

16 APR Clinic | Innovate | Limerick • Register for Event
30 APR Clinic | Republic of Work | Cork • Register for Event
13 May Clinic | Platform94 | Galway • Register for Event
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OUR WORKSHOP SERIES

SALES MEETS INNOVATION: THE MASTERCLASS FOR COMMERCIAL GROWTH

Led by Alan Maguire (Founder & CEO of ESI), this masterclass explores the strategic connection between sales and innovation. Learn how to use sales conversations to spark innovation, position innovation as a driver of growth, and align your strategies for maximum commercial impact.

03 DEC Masterclass | Platform94 | Galway • Register for Event
04 DEC Masterclass | AIM Centre | Sligo • Register for Event

NOT ABLE TO MAKE
IT IN PERSON?

Choose an online Pathway
To Innovate webinar instead

15 JAN Planning for Innovation: From Strategy to Execution • Register for Webinar
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CAN YOUR BUSINESS

TAKE THE PATHWAY

TO INNOVATE?

  • Are you a private business based in Ireland?
  • Do you have between 1 and 250 employees?
  • Is your turnover less than €50m?
  • Are you looking to grow your business?

If you can answer yes to all four of these questions, Pathway to Innovate could be the next successful step for your business.

Register your interest for upcoming Pathway to Innovate events now.

Upcoming Dates

HOW PATHWAY TO INNOVATE
WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Discover some of the ways in which Pathway to Innovate will inspire and support regional SMEs to energise and grow their businesses.

Gavin Jeffery
The Ludgate Hub
Graham Clarke
Baseworx
Fiona Ryan
Colata

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY

With demand for places high and spaces limited at upcoming Pathway to Innovate events, we recommend you register your interest and join the waitlist today.

Complete your Business Diagnostic in advance to pinpoint the supports, resources and tools right for your business, and get tailored advice and guidance specific to your objectives at the event.

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Pathway to Innovate is brought to you by Skillnet Ireland in partnership with Skillnet Business Networks and National Initiatives.